The Scarlet Letter Review

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Who is referred to as 'The Leech' in The Scarlet Letter?

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Chillingworth

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How does Hester Prynne earn a living?

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By her needlework.

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What profession does Chillingworth pretend to have?

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A doctor.

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What does Pearl say when asked who her maker is?

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That she was plucked off of a rose bush.

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What does the forest symbolize in The Scarlet Letter?

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A wild, uninhibited place where passion can flourish.

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What is the significance of the scarlet letter 'A'?

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It symbolizes Hester's sin of adultery and her public shame.

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How does Dimmesdale's guilt affect his health?

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It leads to his physical decline and mental anguish.

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What role does Pearl play in Hester's life?

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She serves as a constant reminder of Hester's sin and societal judgment.

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What is the relationship between Hester and Dimmesdale?

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They share a deep, secret love complicated by sin and societal norms.

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How does the community view Hester throughout the novel?

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Initially as a sinner, but later as a strong, capable woman.